Wisconsin River Orthopaedics
Orthopedics • Wisconsin Rapids, WI • Since 1967
About
Wisconsin River Orthopaedic Institute (Wisconsin River Orthopaedics) is a private medical practice focused on orthopaedic care and surgery, headquartered in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Key details: - Founded: 1967; Private partnership with 12 employees - Services: Orthopaedic care including surgery, open MRI, an onsite accredited surgery center, physical and occupational therapy, and walk-in clinic options - Locations: 5 offices in Wisconsin Rapids and Black River Falls, WI (main HQ: 140 24th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids) - Contact: main phone 715-424-1881 - Highlights: Personalized, one-on-one care with patients seeing their own doctor; integrated care pathway from evaluation to recovery If you’re seeking care or to contact a Wisconsin Rapids-based orthopaedic provider, Wisconsin River Orthopaedic Institute offers comprehensive orthopaedic services with emphasis on convenient access and continuity of care.
Clinic Type
Orthopedics (multi-location group)
Address
140 24th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494; 120 N Central Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449
Phone
715-424-1881
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Opening Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; Closed weekends
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
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Insurance & Payment
phone payment, online patient portal, in-person payments, insurance billing
Languages Spoken
Current Offers
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FAQs
What services are offered?
Orthopedic care including hip, knee, shoulder, spine, hand, wrist, elbow, foot and ankle care, open MRI, physical therapy, sports medicine, and joint replacement.
Open MRI services are available
Our Open MRI services offer advanced imaging in a more open and comfortable environment. Designed with patient comfort in mind, our system provides quality imaging while helping reduce stress and improving overall experience.
To schedule an appointment, how can I contact you?
To schedule an appointment, please call us at (715) 424-1881.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- RateMDs (for Dr. James Wilkes): 5.0 out of 5 stars (based on 20 reviews) (20 reviews)
- OnlineMedicalReviews.com: Predominantly positive ratings (high volume of 5-star reviews) (Approximately 33 reviews listed)
Patients praise
- High patient satisfaction with orthopedic surgeons and clinical expertise
- Professional and caring nursing and surgical staff
- Effective pain relief and successful surgical outcomes reported by patients
- Efficient and timely clinic operations, including physical therapy and check-in processes
- Compassionate care from individual providers like Dr. Wilkes and Dr. Duellman
Common complaints
- Some patients or staff have reported issues with scheduling and administrative processes
- Concerns regarding internal staff management, such as favoritism or lack of wage increases reported on employment review sites
- Mixed experiences regarding the communication style of certain administrative staff
"Everyone involved in my surgical procedure was extremely professional and caring... the surgical team, anesthesiologist, and nursing staff at WRO did an outstanding job the day of the procedure; and the follow-up has been awesome."
— Patient testimonial via OnlineMedicalReviews.com"I am extremely happy with the care I received from Dr. Wilkes. He is very thorough in his examinations and always willing to answer any questions. Also, all of the staff were very friendly and went out of their way to provide anything I needed."
— Patient review on RateMDs for Dr. James WilkesSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Wisconsin River Orthopaedics opens new Marshfield center — Apr 29, 2026
- Julie Berg - Occupational Therapist In Private Practice Specialist in Wisconsin Rapids, WI — May 14, 2026
- Wisconsin River Orthopaedics and Surgery Center receive care certification - Wisconsin Rapids City Times — Jan 20, 2026
- New orthopaedic clinic to bring more options to Marshfield - Hub City Times — Apr 20, 2026
- Wisconsin River Orthopaedics opens new Marshfield center — Apr 29, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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